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All Saints Catholic School: An Essential Ministry of Our Parish By COLIN CAMPBELL, President, All Saints Catholic School
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s a parishioner at All Saints, I sometimes found myself caught up in the weekly shuffle of Masses, ministries, events, and it was all too easy to forget about the school just three miles up the road. As I have stepped into the job as President of the school, I have intentionally kept that memory at the top of my mind. In some ways, the school feels like an entirely different organization with its own campus, staff, and culture. However, at its core, All Saints Catholic School is one of the vast array of ministries offered at our parish. Fr. Jovita has welcomed me to the Parish staff, and I wholeheartedly agree that the two roles of parish leader and school President are inseparable. To that end, I will be speaking at many of the Masses this month to encourage our entire parish community to reconnect with All Saints’ largest
ministry — our school. If you have never visited the school, please come by. If you have school-age children and have questions about cost or anything else, please reach out. And if you don’t have children — or haven’t had children at home for a very long time — please still come visit. We would love to show off all of the amazing things that you are helping us accomplish just three miles up the road. The School’s Open House Days are not solely for prospective students. All are welcome. The first is scheduled for Sept. 29 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. Masks are required.
Danger from Summer Heat is Everyone’s Business What You Can Do If You Are an Adult Who Is Elderly or Has Disabilities •
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If possible, stay in an air-conditioned area, either at home or in a public place such as a mall, library, or recreation center. If air conditioning is not available, pull shades over the windows and use crossventilation and fans to cool rooms. Drink plenty of fluids, but avoid drinks with alcohol, caffeine, or a lot of sugar. Don’t wait until you are thirsty. Start drinking fluids at least 30 minutes before going out. Plan strenuous outdoor activity for early morning or evening when the temperature is lower. Take frequent breaks when working outside. Wear sunscreen SPF 15 or higher, wide-brimmed hats, and light-colored, loose-fitting clothes. Eat more frequently, but be sure meals are well balanced, cool, and light. From The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services: Adult Protective Services Division — http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Adult_Protection
